Why NAAGA Matters for Black Gun Owners and New Shooters - EP28

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of community in the firearms space, focusing on Black gun ownership and training with Phillip Smith of NAAGA.

What does real community look like in the firearms space, and why does it matter now more than ever? In this episode of We Da People, we sit down with Phillip Smith of NAAGA to talk about Black gun ownership, firearms training, preparedness, safety, and advocacy from a community-first perspective. This conversation digs into why representation matters in the 2A space and why getting more Black families comfortable with firearms, emergency preparedness, and legal awareness is so important. We talk about how NAGA helps beginners get started, creates a low barrier to entry for new shooters, and builds confidence through training, competition, and support. We also get into emergency planning, the rise of neighborhood preparedness groups, why communications matter in a crisis, and how advocacy connects directly to gun rights. From new shooters to experienced carriers, this episode is about building real knowledge, real skill, and real community. In this episode, we cover:- What NAGA is and who it serves- Why Black gun ownership and training matte- How beginners can get started safely- The value of competition for new shooters- Emergency preparedness and neighborhood support- Why safe…

People in this episode

Guest: Phillip Smith

Topics covered

• Black gun ownership
• firearms training
• community support
• emergency preparedness
• legal advocacy
• neighborhood preparedness

Keywords

• gun ownership
• firearms training
• community
• preparedness
• safety
• advocacy
• legal awareness
• new shooters
• competition
• emergency planning

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NAAGA

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